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  • How Disposable Straws Are Changing: A Look at New Sustainable Options

    How Disposable Straws Are Changing: A Look at New Sustainable Options

    As we observe the shifting currents in the foodservice industry, the drive towards sustainability has taken center stage, particularly in the realm of disposable drinkware. An increasing number of restaurants and bars are now seeking alternatives to traditional plastic straws,...

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    How Choosing Compostable Straws Strengthens Local Economies

    When we think about straws, they might seem like small players in the greater environmental landscape. However, by choosing to use compostable straws, we're making a significant statement. Not only are we minimizing our ecological footprint, but we're also catalyzing...

  • Unveiling the Link: Microplastics and Heart Disease

    Unveiling the Link: Microplastics and Heart Disease

      As our world becomes increasingly enveloped by plastic, the intrusion of microplastics into our daily lives is unavoidable, permeating our oceans, soils, and even the air we breathe. Beyond the environmental debacle they represent, recent research reveals a more...

  • Impact of Microplastics in Food: Sustainable Solutions Explored

    Impact of Microplastics in Food: Sustainable Solutions Explored

    Recent discussions, like the insightful article featured on CNN, bring to light the pervasive issue of microplastics in our food chain. As a society increasingly aware of environmental impacts, it’s crucial to understand how everyday items contribute to this pollution....

  • The Science Behind PHA and Its Applications in Compostable Drinkware

    The Science Behind PHA and Its Applications in Compostable Drinkware

    As the world grapples with the ever-growing problem of plastic pollution, researchers and innovators have been hard at work, seeking to create sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives to single-use plastics. Among the most promising of these materials is polyhydroxyalkanoate (PHA) –...

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    Practical Tips for Reducing Single-Use Plastic in Restaurants and Bars

    Single-use plastics have long been a staple of the food service industry, mainly due to their affordability, convenience, and durability. However, growing concerns about the environmental impact of plastic pollution call for innovative and responsible practices to protect our planet....